Canon SX510 HS vs Panasonic TS20

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Canon SX510 HS versus Panasonic TS20, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and TS20 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was introduced 19 months after the TS20 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX510 HS scores versus the TS20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX510 HS Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX510 HS has got exterior measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS20 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX510 HS and the TS20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and TS20 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX510 HS and TS20.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic TS20 to resolve extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer SX510 HS should have an edge in sensor innovation.